As much as two fifths (43%) of antibiotic prescriptions in the United States could be inappropriate, warn researchers in a study published by The BMJ today.
Dec 11, 2019
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Some chemical alternatives to plastic bisphenol-a (BPA), which is still commonly used in medical settings such as operating rooms and intensive care units, may be less disruptive to heart electrical function than BPA, according ...
Nov 14, 2019
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With schools starting back for the year, many young athletes are returning to sports—and with that comes the possibility of injuries, including concussions.
Aug 19, 2019
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Bringing a baby into the world involves many firsts—mothers and fathers are discovering their new roles, babies are learning what it means to live outside the womb, and the family is forging a relationship and bonding. ...
Apr 3, 2019
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(HealthDay)—On average, each dollar spent on over-the-counter (OTC) medicines saves the U.S. health care system $7.20, totaling nearly $146 billion in annual savings, according to a report released March 18 by the Consumer ...
Apr 2, 2019
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The first study into the impact on the NHS of a new type of health worker in hospitals, physician associates, has found that they benefit medical and surgical teams and their patients over a wide range of specialities.
Jan 31, 2019
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A new report, authored in part by researchers at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), part of the National Institutes of Health, provides guidance on how to implement universal suicide risk screening of youth in ...
Dec 20, 2018
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Many people may experience anxiety when seeking medical treatment. They might worry about wait times, insurance coverage or how far they must travel to access care.
Oct 23, 2018
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(HealthDay)—Medical residents should start budgeting and save for the future, according to an article published in the American Medical Association AMA Wire.
Oct 5, 2018
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(HealthDay)—The rate of pediatric emergency medical services (EMS) transports from ambulatory practices is 42 per 100,000 children per year, according to a study published in the August issue of Pediatrics.
Aug 15, 2018
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